As of Feb 7, China’s New Year box office has soared past 12 billion yuan (1.7 billion USD), making the Chinese mainland the world's top-grossing movie market—surpassing North America. But just a month ago, the industry wrapped up a lackluster 2024 with disappointing revenues. In this episode, CGTN Radio reporter Liu Yushan breaks down the factors driving this resurgence and what it means for filmmakers in China and beyond.